Meaning & Definition of word "Inmate"
Inmate
/ˈɪn.meɪt/
noun:
- 1. A person confined to an institution such as a prison, hospital, or asylum.
- Example: The inmate was transferred to a higher security facility.
- 2. A person residing in a particular place or institution.
- Example: The hospital provides comprehensive care for each inmate.
- 3. Someone who is a member of a particular community or group.
- Example: As an inmate of the shelter, she participated in various programs.
Etymology
●Late Middle English: from in- 'in' + mate (as in 'mate in a house').
Common Phrases and Expressions
lifer:
An inmate serving a life sentence.
cellmate:
An inmate who shares a cell with another inmate.
inmate labor:
Work performed by inmates, often for little or no pay.
Related Words
prison:
A facility for the confinement of inmates.
detention:
The act of keeping someone in custody.
rehabilitation:
The process of helping inmates reintegrate into society.
Slang Meanings of inmate
Meaning: Con
● Example Sentence: He was just a con who got caught again.
Meaning: Bunkmate
● Example Sentence: My bunkmate was serving time for robbery.